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Why You Need Flood Insurance

If you are thinking about buying a home, you are going to need to find homeowner’s insurance. Since there are so many options, you may be unsure about what you need and what you can save money on. 

Flood insurance may be something that you are considering. Here are some reasons why you should get it.

Your mortgage company may require it. Certain mortgage companies require you to have flood insurance if you live in an area that floods easily. 

If you can’t afford to salvage your home in a flood, you will need to have flood insurance. Many insurance companies won’t cover any flood claims unless there is a Presidential Disaster Declaration. If you have flood insurance, your insurance will take care of your claims regardless.  

The simple truth is that most homeowners’ insurance doesn’t cover any flood damage. Even if you don’t live in an area that is considered a flood area, you may want to get this extra insurance, just in case. If you don’t, and you find your home flooded, your insurance may not cover any repairs. 

Even if you get help, it may not be enough. When flooding happens, it can cost homeowners forty thousand dollars or more. If you get a loan or grant to help you, you may only get a few thousand dollars. 

Though you may not want to get flood insurance, your mortgage company may require it. If not, you may still want to get it, because flood damage can cost a lot of money. Even if you apply for loans and grants, that still won’t cover the damage. 

If you want to make sure that you are fully protected in Brooklyn, NY, contact us today at Access Legacy Insurance Group. 

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